Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, B-u Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
B-u Middle School's student population of 742 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
B-u Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B-u Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B-u Middle School's ranking?
B-u Middle School is ranked #583 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend B-u Middle School?
742 students attend B-u Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of B-u Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of B-u Middle School?
B-u Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does B-u Middle School offer ?
B-u Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is B-u Middle School part of?
B-u Middle School is part of Upshur County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 3/8/2021
School curriculum is horrible compared to other states, there's constant fights, absolutely no discipline.
5 11/16/2007
I have been very happy with team C teachers at this school.
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